Former Lakers and Warriors Guard Makes Strong MVP Prediction About Nikola Jokic…
Former NBA All-Star D’Angelo Russell has shared his opinion on Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, who is in the middle of another standout season.
Despite fans and analysts hoping to see new faces in the MVP spotlight, Jokic—who has already claimed three of the last four MVP awards—might be on his way to securing another. He’s currently neck and neck in the MVP race with Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, but Jokic’s incredible season is making him hard to ignore.
Jokic wrapped up the 2024-25 regular season with jaw-dropping stats: 29.6 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game, shooting an efficient 57.6% from the field, 41.7% from three, and 80% from the line. His performance this year is being hailed as possibly the greatest statistical season in NBA history.
Now, Jokic is focused on leading the Nuggets through a tough first-round playoff series against the LA Clippers. While he may not be dwelling on the MVP talk, the conversation is heating up around him.
Brooklyn Nets guard D’Angelo Russell—who’s also played for the Lakers, Warriors, and Timberwolves—shared a bold take: “Jokic is going to win MVP,” he said. “He should already have five by now. That’s just how I see it.”
Russell’s comments echo the respect Jokic commands around the league, even if that isn’t always reflected in MVP voting. A pending free agent and former All-Star himself, Russell believes Jokic has consistently been the league’s best player.
No matter who takes home the trophy this year, Jokic is set to finish top two in MVP voting for five straight seasons—a rare achievement only matched by legends like Bill Russell and Larry Bird.
